Cryptic crossword clue
This spoils brilliant cards? 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word DEFACES

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The straight part
We know that "This spoils" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case this spoils = defaces.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DEFACES mean?

DEFACES verb
  1. To damage or vandalize something, especially a surface, in a visible or conspicuous manner.
  2. To void or devalue; to nullify or degrade the face value of.
  3. (flags) To alter a coat of arms or a flag by adding an element to it.

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